Windsor, CO, United States
About this listing
Selling a meticulously maintained Stam Audio SA-4000 stereo bus compressor equipped with the highly sought-after factory installed Carnhill Output Transformer / Class A/AB buffer switch modification. This unit also features an incredibly rare, early low serial number: #00888.If you want the legendary, punchy glue of a British G-Series console mixed with the vintage, harmonic weight of a classic Neve-style console, this is the ultimate hybrid bus compressor for your studio.Key Features & Sonic Character:The Magic Switch: Flip it down for the standard, ultra-transparent, electronically balanced SSL "glue" that locks a mix together. Flip it up to engage the dual Carnhill transformers and discrete Class A/AB output stage to instantly add massive low-end weight, 3D depth, and beautiful harmonic saturation.Premium Analog VCA: Built with premium components to accurately replicate the classic DBX 202 VCA compression curve.Versatile Controls: Standard attack, release, and ratios (2:1, 4:1, 10:1), plus a built-in sidechain filter to keep your heavy low-end from pumping the compressor.Stereo Matched: Perfect for your master fader, drum bus, electronic music mixes, or backing vocal groups.Condition & History:Visual Condition: Excellent. The faceplate, chassis, and knobs are near flawless with only minor evidence of racking around the mounting holes.Functional Condition: 100% fully operational. All pots are clean, the VU meter is perfectly calibrated, and the transformer toggle switches flawlessly without pops.Environment: Kept exclusively in a smoke-free, climate-controlled professional studio environment.Accessories: Original box is not included, but it will be packed to professional, bulletproof standards. Includes a standard power cable.Shipping & Terms:Ships securely packed in a heavy-duty box with generous layers of bubble wrap.Prompt shipping with full tracking and insurance via UPS/FedEx.Don't wait months on the Stam Audio backorder list—get this pristine, low-serial-number upgraded unit shipped to your studio door immediately!Stam AudioBuss CompressorVCA CompressorStereo CompressorMix BusSSL 4000G Outboard GearAnalog CompressionMasteringDrum Bus GluePro Audio Studio Gear
Price$1,000
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